IntroductionIbew/Iatse Agreement • June 21st, 2016
In July 2012, an historic agreement between the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 134 (IBEW, Local 134), the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees, Local 2 (IATSE, Local 2), the Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority (MPEA), McCormick Place/SMG (McP), and Navy Pier, Inc (NPI) granted work previously completed by IBEW, Local 134, Electricians to IATSE, Local 2 Stagehands. This agreement was built on the belief that all of the parties would benefit from changes which improved our ability to attract additional shows to McCormick Place and Navy Pier. The agreement helps attract new business by reducing cost, creating new efficiencies in service delivery, and more closely aligning our jurisdictions with those of competitive markets. In order to ensure the longterm success of this agreement, all parties must remain sensitive to the reason behind the changes. Additionally, we must work within the defined terms of the agreement and fill any gaps in the
